Obaid Ghani
About Obaid Ghani
Obaid Ghani serves as the Senior Director of Presales Operations and Center of Excellence at Anaplan, where he has worked since 2020. He has over 10 years of experience in data-centric analysis across various fields, including Business Intelligence, Finance, and Supply Chain.
Work at Anaplan
Obaid Ghani currently serves as the Senior Director of Presales Operations and Center of Excellence (COE) at Anaplan, a position he has held since 2020. Prior to this role, he was the Director of Global Presales Operations at Anaplan from 2018 to 2020. His tenure at Anaplan reflects a commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and driving business growth through data-driven strategies.
Previous Experience
Before joining Anaplan, Obaid Ghani held various positions in different organizations. He worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Navarre Corporation from 2012 to 2013 and at Polaris Industries from 2013 to 2014. His earlier roles include Senior Supply Chain Analyst and Distribution Center Supervisor at Quality Bicycle Products, where he worked from 2005 to 2012. He also served as a Manager of Applications at Anaplan from 2015 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Obaid Ghani earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota, where he studied Finance and Biology from 2001 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his over 10 years of experience in data-centric analysis across various fields, including Business Intelligence, Finance, Supply Chain, Demand Planning, and Optimization.
Background
Obaid Ghani has a diverse professional background that spans multiple industries and roles. He began his career at the University of Minnesota as a Lead Teaching Assistant and Lab Coordinator from 2002 to 2005. His progression through various analytical and managerial roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of data analysis and its application in business contexts.